Powers of Local Government Officials Over PNP Units

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What is the purpose of the POLICE ENTRANCE EXAMINATION?

To determine the promotion of inservice police officers

To evaluate the performance of police officers

To screen out unfit police officers

To assess the eligibility of applicants for the PNP (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for promotion to the rank of Superintendent?

Passing the SUPERINTENDENT EXAMINATION

Passing the BAR and Board Examinations

Passing the NAPOLCOM PNP Entrance Examination (correct)

Passing the POLICE OFFICER EXAMINATION

Who is exempt from taking promotional examinations up to the rank of Superintendent?

Civil Service Professionals

Members of the Bar and Licensed Criminologists (correct)

Police Officers with more than 5 years of experience

College Honor Graduates

What is the eligibility acquired from the NAPOLCOM PNP Entrance Examination?

PO1 Eligibility Signup and view all the answers

Who appoints the personnel from the rank of PO1 to SPO4?

The PNP Regional Director Signup and view all the answers

What is the eligibility acquired from R.A. No. 1080?

Bar and Board Examinations Eligibility Signup and view all the answers

What power does NAPOLCOM have?

The power to direct the employment and deployment of units or elements of the PNP Signup and view all the answers

What does 'employment' refer to in the context of the PNP?

The utilization of units or elements of the PNP for enforcement of laws and protection of lives and properties Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'deployment' in the context of the PNP?

The physical movement of elements or units of the PNP within a locality Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can NAPOLCOM suspend or withdraw the deputation of local executives?

For frequent unauthorized absences, abuse of authority, providing material support to criminal elements, engaging in acts inimical to national security or which negate the effectiveness of the peace and order campaign Signup and view all the answers

Who are deputized as representatives of the NAPOLCOM in their respective territorial jurisdiction?

Both Provincial Governors and City and Municipal Mayors Signup and view all the answers

What is the authority of the Provincial Governor in choosing the PNP Provincial Director?

To choose from a list of three eligibles recommended by the PNP Regional Director Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for reversing the suspension or withdrawal of deputation of local executives by NAPOLCOM?

Reversal by the President Signup and view all the answers

What is the scope of the City and Municipal Mayor's authority to recommend PNP members?

To recommend the transfer, reassignment or detail of PNP members outside of their city or town only Signup and view all the answers

Who must NAPOLCOM consult with before suspending or withdrawing the deputation of local executives?

The Provincial Governor and Congressman concerned Signup and view all the answers

During what period do local police forces fall under the supervision and control of the COMELEC?

During the 30 days period immediately preceding and the 30 days following any national, local, or barangay elections Signup and view all the answers

What does operational supervision and control mean in the context of the PNP?

The power to direct, superintend, and oversee the day-to-day functions of police investigation of crime, crime prevention activities, and traffic control Signup and view all the answers

What is the authority of the City and Municipal Mayor in choosing the Chief of Police?

To choose from a list of five eligibles recommended by the Provincial Police Director Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Police Examinations

There are two types of examinations: Police Entrance Examination for applicants and Police Promotional Examinations for in-service police officers.
Promotional Examinations include Police Officer Examination, Senior Police Officer Examination, Inspector Examination, and Superintendent Examination.

Eligibilities for PO1

Eligibilities for PO1 can be acquired through:
- NAPOLCOM PNP Entrance Examination
- R.A. No. 6506 (Licensed Criminologist)
- R.A. No. 1080 (Bar and Board Examinations of baccalaureate degree)
- P.D. 907 (Granting Civil Service Eligibility to College Honor Graduates)
- Civil Service Professional

Appointment of Uniformed PNP Personnel

PO1 to SPO4: Appointed by the PNP Regional Director for regional personnel or by the Chief PNP for National Headquarters personnel.
INSP to SUPT: Appointed by the Chief of the PNP, as recommended by their immediate superiors.
SSUPT to DDG: Appointed by the President
Director General: Appointed by the President from among senior officers down to the rank of Chief Superintendent.

Employment and Deployment of PNP Units

Employment refers to the utilization of PNP units for protection of lives and properties, enforcement of laws, and maintenance of peace and order.
Deployment means the orderly movement of PNP units for employment purposes.

Suspension or Withdrawal of Deputation

The NAPOLCOM may suspend or withdraw the deputation of local executives for:
- Frequent unauthorized absences
- Abuse of authority
- Providing material support to criminal elements
- Engaging in acts inimical to national security